Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Rob Samborn is at it again! This book takes us to Nick’s previous life in 16th century Venice. Rob takes us between two different time periods beautifully. This book, like the first in the series, was hard to put down! Can’t wait to read the next in the series!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Painter of the Damned is the second book in Rob Samborn’s breathtaking Painted Souls series. Much like the first installment, you will be on the edge of your seat from page one. The world is amazing, and the mysteries, conspiracies, and suspense will keep you reading deep into night. Action at every turn, and just enticing from the start to finish, Rob will continue to awe you with each new page. I have absolutely adored this series so far and cannot wait for the conclusion!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
It’s very important to read these books in order to understand the context of what’s happening.
This book picks up right where Book 1 (The Prisoner of Paradise) left off. Nick and Julia are still trying to get back home when they are sent back to Venice. The Order is not about to let them get away with what they think is important information.
There is a lot of action and adventure in this story as well! There are a few twists and turns that I did not see coming. I really enjoy this author’s writing and look forward to reading more great stories of his!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great thriller, well for me anyway. It was do intriguing to read Samborn writes beautifully, making the reader want to continue to read till the very end. He made it seem like it was coming to life through each word. He makes you sense everything with smell, and makes you want to eat the food he writes about. When he writes about the places in the book, Venice and Madrid he makes you think you are really there. The suspense written is breathtaking, and writes in different languages. Now I want to read the first book he wrote and more books he has written.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Before you attempt this book please do yourself a favour and read the first book in the series . Having said that , while I didn’t read book 1 it didn’t take to much away from my reading experience 📕❣️and I did enjoy the read
Nick and Julia are on holiday in Venice but it’s not exactly fun and games , they manage to escape but their taste of freedom i a short lived when interpol can’t he’s up with them ….
Julia’s mission to try and save her husband and take down the bad guy had me on the edge of my seat , some nail biting moments !
A read that was filled with mystery , history, intrigue , romance , thrills and chills ❣️📕
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Part 2 blew part 1 out of the water! This author is an amazing story teller and has taken us on such an exciting journey in part 2. Thrilling, suspenseful, dramatic, and intriguing.
Nick and Julia are a great couple and as they stick together and continue to be thick as thieves in this adventure you can’t help but be as excited and determined as they are to find a solution and to free his beloved Della. After this book Italy and art will never look the same again.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I didn’t like this book. I loved it! The magic, the beauty, the history, the incredible writing, it was great! This book grabs you from the start and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Very hard to put down! I read this alone, not following the first in the series, but now want to check out the first. I also will be looking for more books by this author for sure!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
This is book #2 in the series and it definitely did not disappoint!! Highly recommended to read the first book before picking up book two as this story really evolves and flows into the second book. This book makes me want to visit Venice…the art and culture itself!!
Nick and Julia O’Connor have been captured! Going home was the goal but Interpol had other plans. Unfortunately Nick is contained and it is up to Julia to save the day…but there is betrayal and Julia just does not know whom to trust at this point…especially since Salvatore believe Nick is aware of where the mysterious book is hidden….
This book is full twists, turns, history, art and action!! This authors attention to detail is just phenomenal and I am looking forward and being hopeful with a 3rd book :).
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in this series which I enjoyed just as much as the first if not more. This is a well written story where the author used details to make the story realistic. A story that is fast paced, engaging and hard to put down. A story with mystery and where the past may have a link to current events. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story from the start. I found them to have great growth throughout the story. You don’t want to miss what happens in this story. This is an entertaining and easy story to read. I enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it
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Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great continuation of the series. I am so glad I got the chance to read both. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. I had a hard time putting it down and doing other things, I was so invested in what would happen next. My favorite is the vivid descriptions, I hope I get a chance to see Venice one day.
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Oh goodness this book is so good! It’s the 2nd book in the series.<br />Nick and his wife Julia are trying to get home from Venice from their nightmare vacation. Nick is determined to get back to normal but his old soulmate is still stuck in Venice. Will Nick and Julia be able to get out and go back to normal? I loved the first book, this second one is soo good. I love how visually pleasing it is, the descriptions make you feel like you are right there watching everything happen.
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Painter of the Damned is not the typical genre that I read. I was pleasantly surprised about how much I enjoyed the book. This is the second book in Rob Samborn’s series Painted Souls. I could not put this book down for fear of missing some amazing action. Samborn takes the reader on an action-packed adventure set in 1589 AD. Painter of the Damned includes historical aspects that draw the reader further into the story. If you are looking for a great action-packed adventure, look no further! I promise you will not regret reading the Painted Souls series.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Painter of the Damned is the second book in the Painted Souls series. The series should be read in order for a proper understanding. In this continuation, Nick continues on his mission to attempt to rescue the souls which have been imprisoned in the painting Paradise. Nick makes a deeper connection with his past life Angelo, and all Angelo wants is to be reunited with his love, Isabella, who is in Paradise. Julia, Nick’s wife struggles with accepting what seems like something that can be real, but is actually happening. Della Porta is busy with his mission to advance the Order’s power to become a world religion. Will Nick accomplish his goal, or will Della Porta continue imprisoning more people for eternity with the help of the new painter, his nephew, Carlo? This story balances a good amount of angst with excellent world building. I’m looking forward to reading the third book already!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really good sequel! I think this one was just as good as the first. It had the thrills, suspense, mystery and action all like the first one did. I’m not sure exactly which one I enjoyed more, they both have great qualities to the story that made it enjoyable. I actually missed this little historical adventure after the first book so I was very excited to get to dive back into the world. If you like historical crime mystery books, then these are definitely for you!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Second in this series Nick O’Connor’s story continues. On their way out of Venice to the American Consulate, Julia and Nick are intercepted and taken back to Venice for their crimes. Julia is released and seeks the help of their friend Carlo while Nick struggles through his own fate. Angelo finally takes hold of Nick completely in his journey to reach his beloved and release her soul from Paradise. A thrilling and winding adventure through time and love. A must read!!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I had a hard time believing that this book would be better than the first since it was so amazing, but Painter of the Damned was absolutely stunning! I was engrossed in this book from the very first page to the very end.
Nick and Julia leave Venice with hopes of returning to a somewhat normal life after their terrifying ordeal called their honeymoon. With peace of mind setting in as they start heading home, they are apprehended before they can truly start their journey. They find out the person behind their capture is Salvatore, their worst nightmare. Salvatore intends to use Nick to obtain an all-knowing powerful book. Julia tries to help keep her husband sane in midst of this horrendous experience, but is her love enough to keep him tied to this world?
I can’t recommend this series enough! The author has woven an intricate blend of history and other worldly things that command your attention to the last word. You won’t be disappointed picking this up!
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Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Painter of the Damned is the second book in the Painted Souls series. Let me recommend reading the first book in this series before delving into this one. Nick and Julia are back and trying to get out of Italy but get waylaid. This is a fantastic book that kept me up late into the night. There is a dual timeline between the current day and the 16th century. I enjoyed the story and how it continued developing from the first book. I won’t say more about the plot because I do not want to take anything away from anyone else reading the book. If you enjoy historical fiction, art, thrills, and chills this is a great read to grab. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls #2) by Rob Samborn
This is the first book I’ve read by the author. The author kept me entertained from the beginning. Painter of the Damned is the second book in the Painted Souls Series.
Julia is Nick’s wife and she is trying to figure out how to get them both home. Coming to Venice was a bad idea. Now she’s wishing she didn’t go. Can she get them out of there? The quote I chose for Julia is: “I hope that hurt. ‘What was that for?’ Are you serious? This better not be déjà vu, you a-hole. Gonna tell me what the hell you did to get Interpol involved, or what?”
Nick is getting images from a past life. Something that has happened since they got to Venice. Now he’s landed them both in some trouble. Will he be able to get what is needed done? The quote I chose for Nick is: “That’s who this is about. It’s gotta be, Jules. I met her for like five minutes. She’s Tintoretto’s descendant. She wanted to free the souls, too, and Della Porta friggin’ killed her. And now he’s trying to pin her murder on me.”
Highly recommended for Historical Thriller lovers.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls Book 2) by Rob Samborn. I loved this first book and this one was no different. I flew through the pages as fast as I possibly could. Its such a good thriller. Its the story of Nick and Julia O’Conner who are trying to make it back to the USA from a vacation from hell. They have been thru murders, arrests and all kinds of mayhem. They make it almost to the border when they are arrested. Julia is freed but Nick is charged with murder and sent back to Venice. Nick sends Julia to find Carlo to help her find an attorney for him but little does he know he’s sent Julia right to the enemies camp. Carlo is the new painter for the new order and he may be behind all the chaos. This book has flashbacks of Nick’s life and tells parts of the story. You need to really pay attention to know what’s going on and also I highly recommend reading the 1st book before this one. It makes it so much more enjoyable. Pick up a copy of this book and get ready for a high speed ride you won’t soon forget!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nick and Julia O’Conner are on the run trying to return home to the United States to put an end to the hell of a vacation that they have experienced: murder, arrest, fights, running from the cops. The O’Conner’s were just about to reach the American consulate when the two are arrested and taken into custody. Julia is released from custody and gets to follow along as Nick is transferred back to Venice where he is detained for murder. Nick tells Julia to go find Carlo, their friend in Venice, and have him help to find an attorney for Nick. Little do they know that Carlo is the new Painter for the Order and warden of the dammed spirits that reside in the painting Paradise. We get flashbacks of Nick’s previous life and find out that he may or may not know the location of a book lost that can bring about world-changing power. Will della Porta find be able to use Nick to find the book? Does Nick remember where the book is? Should Julia just return to the States by herself and not believe this nonsense that her husband speaks of? Read the book because I give no spoilers into the outcome! It is a great read full of thrills and mystery and mayhem! The characters are wonderfully written and I find myself able to quickly fall into step with them and experience what they are. This book had me on the edge of my seat and I highly recommend that one reads it!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nick and Julia come home from Venice and is trying to get back to ‘normal’. Nick’s soul mate from another lifetime is stuck in a Tintoretto painting along with others. The Order thinks that Nick knows the hiding place of a particular book and is willing to do whatever is needed to get their hands on it.
This book was just as good as the first, keeping me on the edge of my seat!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Painter of the Damned is Book Two in the Painted Souls Series and picks up where book one left off. Nick and Julia are determined to end their nightmare vacation and return home. They have managed to escape Venice and have almost made it to the American consulate when Interpol captures them and swiftly returns them to Venice. Nick is detained and brought forth on charges, but Julia is allowed to go free.
Determined to rescue her husband, Julia enlists the help of Carlo, the young artist that her and Nick met in Venice during their vacation. However, Julia does not know that Carlo is the order’s new painter, and he now controls those damned to spend eternity in Tintoretto’s Renaissance painting, Paradise.
After reading book one, the Prisoner of Paradise, I knew that I needed to read book two. Book one followed both Nick and Julia, but mainly focused on Nick as he was determined to free his soulmate from the Renaissance painting, Paradise. In this book there are multiple point of views, but the story mainly follows Julia as she fights to save Nick from Interpol and the charges brought forth against him. Julia is strong, smart, determined, and will do anything to save him so they can return home and leave this nightmare behind them.
There is non-stop action and suspense throughout and you can feel the sense of danger that lurks around every corner. The author does an exquisite job of describing each scene in detail so vivid that you can visualize it and feel as though you are there with the characters. A heart-pounding, edge of your seat thrill ride that you must read!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in the Painted Souls series and wow these books just keep getting better. These books are a perfect mix of history and mystery all wrapped up. The story flows really well and doesn’t get confusing when it switches between the past and present.
Nick and Julia are our main characters, however the story mainly revolves around Nick and his past life. I would really recommend reading the first book in this series so you get a proper understanding of Nicks story and why him and Julia are in the situation they are now.
After their trip to Venice turned into a scary disaster all they want to do is return home and as far away from Venice as possible. They head to the American consulate however they get stopped and captured before they get there. Interpol is convinced that Nick is hiding secrets from his past life and they plan to get to the truth.
Now it is a race against time for Julia to try and save her husband but without knowing where to turn and who to trust will she even be able to do that? What does Nick remember about the past and is it what his captures are after?
The story is really well woven with past meeting present. The descriptions really bring the characters and Venice to life for me.
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Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a great read. It’s not something I would usually choose to read, but this book I couldn’t put down. I wanted to know what happened next. I highly recommend this book. This story was beautifully written. If you love to read books with thrillers, history, and romance, then this is the book for you!!!
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Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nick and Julia have had enough, trying to get to the American Consulate to get home from the horrendous trip away, but unbeknownst to them Salvatore is hiding in the wings ready to get them transported back to Venice.
Salvatore is convinced that Nick has the lost knowledge to find the location of the manuscript, but can Nick get the information required before he is consumed with his past life. Julia must work to try and help her husband release his past life and take Salvatore down in the process.
Can Julia help her husband and bring him back from the past, you will need to find out?
Oh, my lord, I have come into this series with this book and although I did struggle with some of the back knowledge from the first book it did not distract me from the utterly mind shattering story. The story was captivating full of magic and mystery with a sprinkling of ancient Italy. The added complexity of past lives and twists and turns leaves you wanting more.
The story is fast paced and will draw you into worlds of treachery and mysteries of the past which will have you turning the pages to try and discover more. To be fair this would not be a book I would instantly be drawn too but was recommended by a friend and oh my I can’t wait to read more by this wonderful author and this wonderful series.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls Book 2) by Rob Samborn
Painter of the Damned is the second book in the Painted Souls Series and is a wonderfully written Historical Thriller that will grab your attention from the beginning and doesn’t let go till the end. I’d highly recommend reading the first book in this series if you haven’t already as it gives you a better understanding of what is going on and you get to know the characters better plus its just as amazing as this one. Nick and Julia are just trying to get home Venice and leave behind the nightmare of a vacation but before they make it to the American Consulate they are captured by Interpol and returned to Venice. Della Porta believes Nick knows the location of a book that will give him world changing powers. As the past seems to take over nick its completely up to Julia to take down Della Porta and save Nick. Holy Cow this book is packed full of action ,drama, suspense and so much more. I have recommend reading this nail biting thriller to find out what happens next. I’m looking forward to seeing what he brings us next.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book makes me think of reincarnation. Also if déjà vu. Having multiple lives and still have memories of the past life. What amazes me is that Angelo takes over Nick body. Though Nick is trying to take back over. It was a good big I couldn’t get enough of flipping pages to find out what was next.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Nick and Julia thought they escaped Venice for good, until Nick is arrested and returned to Venice for the murder of Jacopo Comin, a man that should have been dead long-ago. As Nick and Angelo merge together even further, events become even more tragic, and Julia becomes determined to rescue her beloved with the help of Painter Carlo and a mysterious Guild. Tragedy after tragedy unfolds. What ever happened to Nick/Angelo? Is Julia able to save him? Find out in Painter of the Damned.
Full of lovable and relatable characters, readers feel right along with the emotions running rampant throughout the book. The descriptions make the reader feel as though they are right alongside the characters. I would not change a single part of this book. It does end in a cliffhanger, making me yearn for more.
If you are looking for a fast-paced book filled with mystery, romance, tragedy, action, and historical fiction look no further. Painter of the Damned is the second installment in the Painted Souls series.
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a rich and detailed story that I couldn’t put down once I had started reading. Everything about the book is well thought out and just amazing. I was caught up in the stories and the characters, both complimenting the other.
The author has packed so much into this book and he has really captured all the detail so well. As a new author to me I still don’t fully know what to expect from his books but I hope it is more of this in the future!
Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A truly rich world with everything you could possibly want! Secret society, magic, betrayal, murder. It’s just a wonderfully written piece that Dan Brown fans will love! I really enjoyed this one and the twists and turns were awesome! Strap in for this one, it’s a ride!
